DESCRIPTION:

Division of Special Education

SPECIALIST, EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION

(Preschool Programs Emphasis)

38G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Director, Early Childhood Special Education, the duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Participates in the planning, coordinating, and implementing infant and preschool support services provided by the Division of Special Education in collaboration with District offices and outside agencies concerned with the education needs of eligible children ages from birth to five years
• Provides District wide-assistance and support on issues related to early childhood special education
• Provides instructional leadership and contributes to early childhood professional development trainings and programs
• Assists in coordinating the process for determining eligibility, planning services, providing instructional and behavioral services in compliance with local, state, and federal program mandates
• Provides supervision, technical support, and the evaluation of the performance of itinerant staff
• Provides instructional and behavioral leadership to itinerant staff on early childhood education issues
• Analyzes and uses data to guide trainings, staff development, and activities to contribute to staff development on early childhood issues
• Coordinates with Special Education service centers staff on issues related to early childhood special education including the transition to kindergarten programs
• Assists in the planning and the preparation of the budgets for special education support services to children ages from birth to five years

SALARY:

38G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($131,068 – $163,154) – 261 paid days

• In the case of an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.
• This position is deemed certificated under Education Code Section 44065, but may not qualify for "creditable service" under Education Code Section 22119.5 for CalSTRS benefits.  However, if the candidate chosen for the position is already a CalSTRS member, he/she can fill out an election form to remain in CalSTRS and thereby obtain CalSTRS credit for this service.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Permanent certificated employee of the Los Angeles Unified School District
• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public-school service in a certificated position(s)
• At least three (3) years of successful, full-time public school experience working with students with disabilities in a certificated capacity
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• An earned master’s degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
• Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework*

*Applicants have one year to complete this requirement.

NOTE: All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources.  For additional information, please call (213) 241-6886.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation, or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal policies and regulations pertaining to early childhood education
• Knowledge of infant and preschool child growth and development, developmentally appropriate intervention strategies, and systems for family involvement
• Successful experience in effective administrative and managerial practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, community agencies, and community members who reflect the diversity of the District
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or enrollment in a program to prepare for certification
• Ability to travel to sites throughout the District, including possession of a valid driver license and access to automobile

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit the following application materials:

1. Letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Implementing early childhood special education programs and services
• Providing instructional and behavioral services to enhance learning
• Providing early childhood staff development.

2. Current résumé (include employee number) that outlines qualifications for the position
3. Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three references that includes the current immediate supervisor, and next most recent supervisors with their contact information. References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.

Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Lisa Kendrick, Director

Special Education Early Education Programs

lisa.kendrick@lausd.net 

DEADLINE: JANUARY 22, 2026

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion.

Non-Discrimination Policy